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Summer Planning Meeting Information!
Email from Pam to members –

Please reply today so we can get a head count.  for beds needed for volunteering at the Finish American Folk Festival in Naselle on Sat. July 25 (5am start) and Board Meeting (1pm start). ESA members have a limited # of beds available. There is also space for tents or campers. Nearby Hotel rooms are full.
Plans are to volunteer in the morning, enjoy festivities and food mid morning, lunch and then hold our planning meeting at 1pm at the Lutheran Church where there is wifi so we will try to Zoom for those who cannot attend.
Just a couple things to note as I’m not sure what has been relayed…
 
  1.  I have offered to bring a catered luncheon to you for your board meeting from Gaetano’s Market in Deli in Astoria.  My treat!  Below is their website – my offering is a variety of their yummy sub sandwiches, mac and pasta salad, chips, and drinks.  I just need to know how many would like lunch as there will be some who will not be able / or don’t want to attend the Finnish American Folk Festival.  Maybe this would suffice as your dinner???
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  2. My friend, Larry, owns The Inn at 515 15th in Astoria, and currently has 5+ rooms available on the 24-26th of July.  The Sundary Market is in full swing and it is just a few short blocks to the market.  I’ve included the website in case anyone would like to book a room.  I would book immediately if interested!
 
I hope you are all staying cool in the hot hot sun! 
Jen Canessa 

 Western States Summer 2026 Newsletter
Available to read click here

Dead Line for the Evergreen! 
Kaitlyn has requested and chapter activites, installations or State convention pictures be sent to her as soon as possible the – the dead line is June 12 and The Evergreen will be published June 14! 
Sent to: Kaitlyn Doublin at Doublin.Kaitlyn33@gmail.com

 
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Pat Howerton heard from Brenda this morning (Wed 05.20.2026).  Her procedure is over, it went well.  She asked Pat to let everyone know. Brenda Campbell, was our IC Representative at the State Convention.  
Out going State President Marsha Ritter and our IC Rep Brenda Campbell.

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Pictures from Pam Munson’s
Installation coming soon! 

Please send in Pictures from Convention Weekend – thanks!!
Will be used on the website, Facebook and Newsletter!! 
Send to ESAWashingtonWebmaster@gmail.com

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Summer Planning Meeting will be July 25th in Naselle. We will be helping with the Pancake Feed in the morning and having our meeting in the afternoon. 

The biennial Finnish American Folk Festival in Naselle, WA, is scheduled for July 24–26, 2026, taking place at the Naselle High School. Check the official Naselle FinnFest website or the Naselle FAFF Facebook Page for schedules, lodging suggestions, and event updates. The event celebrates the rich Finnish heritage and culture of the lower Columbia region with a mix of performers, traditional cuisine, and community activities. Highlights of the weekend include: 
  • Tori Market: A bustling marketplace featuring Nordic/Finnish-themed arts, crafts, and goods. It runs Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Activities & Workshops: Traditional Finnish folk dancing, musical performances, athletic events, and heritage displays.
  • Community Connection: Local food booths, Finnish-American genealogy tracking, and guest speakers.

Just got the dates for Puget Sound Honor Flights 2026 out of Seattle: April 18-20, May 9-11, Sept  12-14, and Oct 10-12.   
 
Spokane Washington Honor Flights: Our 2026 Honor Flights are scheduled and we would love to have you join us in support and volunteering. Mark your calendars for April 28 & 29 AND October 13 & 14! Check out the information at: https://www.inwhonorflight.org/

If you know of a veteran residing in Western Washington who served during the WWII, Korean or Vietnam service eras, please encourage them to complete our online application and join us for an upcoming Honor Flight. https://pugetsoundhonorflight.org/upcoming-flights-1

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Omicron Annual Charity Sale
Proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,
Multiple Sclerosis Society and Alzheimer’s Association

Whatever you are looking for (or even NOT looking for) you are likely to find it here. Come and enjoy a day of great deals and fun and contribute to our giving back to our community.

WHEN:  
Friday, August 14, 2026             8AM to 4PM
Saturday, August 15, 2026                 8AM to 3PM

 LOCATION:    The MONTESSORI IN MOTION School
7323 27th Street West, University Place, WA 98466-4605

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

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